Building The Perfect Front Bumper For The Toyota Pickup!

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  • Опубліковано 30 гру 2020
  • Building a custom front plate bumper for the Toyota Pickup! Down below is a link to my website where you can find the bumper templates. These templates are going to save you guys so much time in building a bumper!!
    Bumper Plans: avrcustoms.com/collections/bu...
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  • @MussaKZN
    @MussaKZN 3 роки тому +113

    Mate I’m a boilermaker/fabricator/coded welder with 30 years experience and without a doubt your Eye for detail and working out fabrication techniques without the perfect tooling is A class.
    You should have you own fabrication business/ workshop because your 100% on the mark 100% of the time,

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому +9

      Thank you!!

    • @reef4hmmm
      @reef4hmmm 2 роки тому +1

      Agreed!!

    • @mikelothbrok1485
      @mikelothbrok1485 2 роки тому +1

      @@austinniemela got any templates for a T-100? This is something I’ve been wanting to do to mine. Excellent work btw

    • @frankjacoby9460
      @frankjacoby9460 Рік тому +2

      @@mikelothbrok1485 I fully agree Mike!

  • @Dvniemela
    @Dvniemela 3 роки тому +156

    why you have such fab skills.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому +40

      Cuz I want to

    • @andrewerickson6690
      @andrewerickson6690 3 роки тому +4

      Did you ask why? Because he worked for it lol dude got skills for sure

    • @andrewerickson6690
      @andrewerickson6690 3 роки тому +5

      @@austinniemela hey that circular saw you use can you tell me the brand and model I like it and want one for the shop

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому +3

      @@andrewerickson6690 Eastwood! I have a link in the description!

    • @andrewerickson6690
      @andrewerickson6690 3 роки тому +2

      @@austinniemela ok thanks I guess I didn't see it thanks

  • @trentyoung1135
    @trentyoung1135 3 роки тому +63

    Incredible looking bumper. By kicking wings up 2 degrees makes it look better than any other bumpers I have seen. You were able to close the gaps. Great work.

    • @adaptercrash
      @adaptercrash Рік тому

      Those things are lethal might as well call it vandalism when it hits mine I should go get a hammer and smash some truck windows no wonder your insurance is so expensive, you can't do that you truck or park near a car or handicap stall with one of those

  • @jamesrobinson5801
    @jamesrobinson5801 3 місяці тому +2

    PRO TIP...Bend the top all in one shot, then cut a wedge section out, bend the outer wings in to fit the curvature of the front of the vehicle. All the bends will be perfect and straight.

  • @chrismudd6441
    @chrismudd6441 3 роки тому +16

    Bumper looks great!
    Just a little tip for when you, or anyone building one, cuts out holes for lights: After you have your hole laid out, create another line 1/4" offset to the inside of your cutout, at the intersection of the inside lines, drill a 1/2" hole. This will create a nice radius for you to cut up to, providing both a cleaner finished look and making it easier to remove the cutout plate. This strategy could work for light holes, winch holes or whatever cutout features you have.

  • @hardcandy6846
    @hardcandy6846 3 роки тому +19

    Your generosity is truly appreciated, this brings to mind what sort of attitude Fellow hobbyist should have, rest assured we will support your channel all the way, you rock man!.

  • @ricciodrake
    @ricciodrake Рік тому +2

    I thought it was really cool that you open sourced your bumper template, you went the extra mile and you didn't really have to, much appreciated 👍

  • @patricmalone1645
    @patricmalone1645 3 місяці тому +1

    Forget the fabricating. The editing, sound and pacing of the video is excellent

  • @thefun-v2466
    @thefun-v2466 3 роки тому +4

    Dude! That bumper looks sic af. You're like a surgeon with that grinder and your technique is very thoughtful and skillful even with limited tools. Not many people can appreciate this kind of work, good job man...

  • @thurstonw1
    @thurstonw1 3 роки тому +11

    Probably the best “how to” bumper building video I’ve seen.
    Thanks for sharing, great work 👌🏽

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому

      Thank you!!

    • @evadevries2952
      @evadevries2952 3 роки тому +1

      Agreed. Really took some of the mystery out of the design/layout.

    • @harshitbarthosow4412
      @harshitbarthosow4412 3 роки тому

      @@austinniemela hi i am from mauritius i love the bumper and i make one for my hilux

  • @wpowerwagon
    @wpowerwagon 3 роки тому +1

    Yep having a pattern is always nice, when I build loader buckets fork lift hooks, I made a template for the next one and so on, in my service truck I had all kinds of them, as a mechanic on heavy equipment, I opened up my field into fabing things, all kinds of things, and thanks for sharing your thoughts and great videos

  • @wildnature0.0
    @wildnature0.0 2 роки тому

    Dear Austin, your work is amazing, when you explain the time spent for having all in line, I embrace it! I really like details and really appreciate your work. My first video, but when you said you give for free the prints you were working on 2 weeks, just for this, people should like and subscribe! You are a young and talented with interest for details, wishing you the best and will follow more of your videos!

  • @mickhuggett2329
    @mickhuggett2329 3 роки тому +3

    I really love how your giving us time perspectives, I really try to get the same level of detail and attention to detail as you and it really gives me an idea of how long this stuff really takes to achieve. Big fan from aus

  • @christophers.4007
    @christophers.4007 3 роки тому +7

    love this truck. Looks better than the red one IMO.

  • @jenwallace1766
    @jenwallace1766 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for taking the time to explain more for us who are not exactly sure how to tackle a project, you give me confidence to at least try, again thank you 😊

  • @odogg66
    @odogg66 3 роки тому +2

    Good job kid ! Everyone with a plastic bumper colorado must watch this! And the ones with no bumpers left!

  • @Justthemow
    @Justthemow 3 роки тому +5

    The bumper looks awesome and your way of building it is like art. There is a little problem with it though it blacks air flow to the radiator / trans cooler you might want to think about putting some louvers in the bottom section of it to let some air pass threw to save the engine transmission life.

  • @TCLAWN1
    @TCLAWN1 3 роки тому +4

    I wish I still had my 91 to work on, I like your builds brother!

  • @colinlawrence2186
    @colinlawrence2186 3 роки тому

    Awesome job given the tools that you have you have done an amazing job 👍
    God bless you and stay safe in these troubled times 🙋‍♂️🇬🇧

  • @dieguitoskullito
    @dieguitoskullito 2 роки тому +1

    Dude, getting it to fit that way on the first try is unreal.. You have some mad skills.. Awesome job

  • @ismet_sxv
    @ismet_sxv 3 роки тому +13

    I really appreciate your work! Love how everything comes out 🔥

  • @tougetime8509
    @tougetime8509 3 роки тому +8

    Damn that bar looks good! Would love to do something like this on my L67 swapped LN106 but don't want to risk taking a kangaroo through the grill/headlights/etc so have to stick with the full on "hopper stopper" that has protection up high...

  • @jasonallicock9900
    @jasonallicock9900 3 роки тому

    Thank you. Really nice of you to go the extra mile to assist with plans. Excellent job. What would have been nice was to make provision for a winch.

  • @kingkuri8154
    @kingkuri8154 3 роки тому

    Looks amazing. Awesome job can’t wait to see it all painted up👌🏾

  • @PNW_Car_Mods
    @PNW_Car_Mods 3 роки тому +144

    I'm also an expert at CAD. Cardboard Aided Design!

    • @MussaKZN
      @MussaKZN 3 роки тому +3

      CAD LOL

    • @switchedjackson3538
      @switchedjackson3538 3 роки тому +6

      This CAD sometimes work better then AutoCAD

    • @mikealiman9819
      @mikealiman9819 2 роки тому

      Right now, cad is very basic every where, unless you know terms in engineering

    • @andrewmalbright
      @andrewmalbright 2 роки тому

      @PNW car mods: if it looks stupid and works, it's not stupid.

    • @shimano9879
      @shimano9879 2 роки тому

      ,¥.

  • @MrGphelan
    @MrGphelan 3 роки тому +17

    Is there enough room back there to make an integrated winch mount? That would look so sweet to have a fairlead in the middle of that bumper, especially since you are adding shackle mounts. 👊🏻

  • @unclejesse88
    @unclejesse88 3 роки тому +1

    Dude, before you paint it, captured nuts for the turn signals and license plate. Awesome job on the bumper.

  • @alexjackson9378
    @alexjackson9378 3 роки тому

    Bumper looks great man. Following your channel this year has really inspired me and gave my the courage to tackle Jeep projects that I was nervous to do because of the tools I had. Thanks for all the great content man, you always deliver!

  • @jorgen.zamora
    @jorgen.zamora Рік тому +4

    man, this is by far, the best video on DIY bumper I have seen. so inspiring! and no fancy expensive shop machines! thank you very much for sharing this and the blueprints!

  • @mead6754
    @mead6754 3 роки тому +13

    Brilliant job mate your one talented dude, Happy New Year from Australia.

  • @lewisangel24
    @lewisangel24 3 роки тому

    it's great that you shared the templates! thanks!

  • @robmontgomery5030
    @robmontgomery5030 2 роки тому +1

    Wow what a great job you did Austin! You and a couple of other UA-camrs inspired me to buy a welder and do a bumper. It took me a wee bit more hours of fab than what you show here. My results are “good” (functional but with a few blemishes). I am now looking around my garage and thinking of all of the stuff I can build. So much fun and so satisfying. Thanks for sharing your work here and inspiring others.

  • @jimmadonna1436
    @jimmadonna1436 3 роки тому +3

    Woah! That's bad ass! I've enjoyed seeing the channel blow up, and following you this year. Looking forward to future endeavors! Happy New Year!

  • @seasemesnap
    @seasemesnap 3 роки тому +6

    That would even look great on a Cherokee ,or a Nissan Fronter.
    Imagine having that in Aluminum .
    I could see a Market

  • @2k_
    @2k_ 3 місяці тому

    Much respect for providing us with details and all the templates. Thank you.

  • @ericsnidersich3592
    @ericsnidersich3592 3 роки тому

    Awesome work! You took your time and it shows in the results. Keep it up. Love the videos and they give me ideas for my Toyota.

  • @powellfilmmaking
    @powellfilmmaking 3 роки тому +4

    11:35 is the most satisfying moment ever

  • @Thedaleb1
    @Thedaleb1 3 роки тому +12

    That looks great, unfortunately for me my metal skills are such that my bumper would be cardboard, and I will need to replace it every other day. You could sell that all day long, especially if it was winch ready. Happy New Year

  • @curtisjohnson944
    @curtisjohnson944 3 роки тому +1

    That looks pretty friggin good, I’m impressed.

  • @DrLoveQc
    @DrLoveQc 3 роки тому

    wow I love it!! For the signal marker, it would look amazing if you cut a circle and do a dimple.. with a round signal like on the wrangler!

  • @ttinnovations3310
    @ttinnovations3310 3 роки тому +5

    Sweet !!! (get a plasma table, cut them out and sell it as a kit ? )

    • @djdanzy
      @djdanzy 3 роки тому

      Different cars may be different lengths widths etc.

  • @beavernut2079
    @beavernut2079 3 роки тому +3

    Your fabrication skills are amazing! I’ve been looking for a bumper like this for my 1990 Toyota 4Runner with no body lift and hoping your blue prints will match up. Your gonna be selling a lot of these because all the companies out there are kind of ugly in my opinion. Awesome job! Seriously!

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому +3

      Thank you!!! I am pretty confident the plans are spot on. It comes down to cutting the steel correctly. And with something like this that is welded together, it doesnt need to be insanely precise. Weld it together and grind it smooth!!

  • @JEREMY120983
    @JEREMY120983 3 роки тому

    Good job for the end year! The look of bumper is great and solid 👍

  • @erklenk
    @erklenk 2 роки тому

    this is really awesome. you came up with a great design. I have a gen 2 tacoma, but after watching this, I think im going to go with a similar design. I agree with you on your decision to go with a closed in design. thanks man!

  • @nathankoroush7918
    @nathankoroush7918 3 роки тому +43

    Looks great. Take care of those lungs while grinding, we need you around.

  • @jefftaylor947
    @jefftaylor947 3 роки тому +39

    The one person who disliked this video does not own a Toyota truck.

    • @MussaKZN
      @MussaKZN 3 роки тому +2

      F-M I had to go and check! now two thumbs down, what could you possibly not like in this video if you came hear about fabricating a front bar?
      Or your right Nissan owner!

    • @michaelconley8902
      @michaelconley8902 3 роки тому +2

      Haters give you something to stand on👍

    • @naterichardson8169
      @naterichardson8169 3 роки тому

      He's a homosexual

    • @glentweedie602
      @glentweedie602 3 роки тому

      Those 👎🏻 are most likely from idiots that do brake checks on the hiway, or like to cut into spaces that "shouldn't" be available without dominating your drive by cutting in.
      That bumper tells them that you now don't really care about what his car is going to look like afterwards. 🤣🤣
      I have front & back bumpers. Never before have I had "respectful" drivers around me like I do now. They to scared to take on excess damage & see you just wipe their paint off your bumper & drive off with no damage.
      😀 That happened to me recently 😀

    • @J0hnnyb0y50
      @J0hnnyb0y50 3 роки тому +1

      I don't own a Toyota but still think it's awesome.

  • @kymharvey2355
    @kymharvey2355 3 роки тому +1

    This is what all your viewers want to see more of
    Keep up the great content mate love it

  • @mrsmith3554
    @mrsmith3554 Рік тому

    Your builds are off the hook . Big inspiration

  • @n8thegr8498
    @n8thegr8498 3 роки тому +3

    You just made some engineers head explode. Awesome job man.

  • @hardracer
    @hardracer 3 роки тому +3

    Woo-hoo!...1st commenter...nice looking bumper settup.

    • @stevewhyte8476
      @stevewhyte8476 3 роки тому

      you sir, are a very talented individual !!

  • @riders315
    @riders315 3 роки тому +2

    That was some really nice work dude!! Impressive!!!

  • @RaulPerez-lf6ii
    @RaulPerez-lf6ii 3 роки тому

    I think it’s good that it doesn’t line up exactly in some areas. Proof that you did this yourself and didn’t buy it pre-made. Not that anyone would doubt it thou. Looks good. Giving me some ideas for my 89 Toyota.

  • @motoxman541
    @motoxman541 3 роки тому +4

    What gauge sheet metal did you use for the bumper and the mounts?

    • @lk6912
      @lk6912 3 роки тому

      Second this, don't know why it wasn't mentioned.....

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому +5

      Mounts are all 1/4”. Plate is 1/8” I wanted to keep this one light weight. I’d do 3/16” if your going for beef

    • @davidmoon2123
      @davidmoon2123 3 роки тому

      Thanks. This was my question as well. I’ve been working on a bumper very similar but will have a winch mount.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  3 роки тому

      @@davidmoon2123 nice! 3/16 would be good for a winch bumper. I just wanted to stay light!

    • @davidmoon2123
      @davidmoon2123 3 роки тому

      @@austinniemela Thanks, I was thinking the same. Mine is for an '88 with 1.5" lift. There are already design elements I'm going to change based on yours. It looks really nice. I'm not nearly the welder you are so I'm going to need a lot of flap disks and paint.

  • @TheCarEnthusiast
    @TheCarEnthusiast 3 роки тому +5

    who else came here with no fab or welding skills whatsoever but is just so impressed?

  • @thomasmurphy5906
    @thomasmurphy5906 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Austin, you went above and beyond on this one ☮️

  • @cowboyassass1n
    @cowboyassass1n 3 роки тому

    I'm seeing a bumper in my head for a Bronco that I don't even own yet!! Great inspiration!

  • @tradeMark182
    @tradeMark182 3 роки тому

    Said it once said it 600 times - its the work ethics.
    Just to give us a 0-85% in one video 72H fillming and editing - and a full print ...
    In one video ! My god Austin you are a beast. You are great channel to follow on youtube .

  • @billocampo1365
    @billocampo1365 3 роки тому

    Man ! I must have watch this video at least 4 times a day, and some of your videos, can't stop watching it, great work, and i'm glad the time lapse are slow , that i can still watch what you're doing..
    ..

  • @levyrogers6979
    @levyrogers6979 3 роки тому +1

    Once again, a great Fabrication and build video my man, Well done. The finish product looks outstanding when mounted. You've knocked it out of the park with another well done build video.

  • @mikeandrews6543
    @mikeandrews6543 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. My first time seeing this n I must say I'm very impressed with the time n attention spent on getting the right angles etc.

  • @vijaychauhan46
    @vijaychauhan46 Рік тому

    Awesome video that bumper turned out beautiful. And making those templates for all of us massive respect man.

  • @orlandomuniz876
    @orlandomuniz876 3 роки тому +2

    Great job, def jealous of your welding skills. Suprised you havent made a jig to make those bends in the steel for you.

  • @jasonkeith674
    @jasonkeith674 3 роки тому

    Doing what you can with what you have. I love it. 👏👏👏

  • @divangomm4484
    @divangomm4484 3 роки тому

    Awesome! You make it look so easy. You've inspired me to build my own, thank you awesome content.

  • @levimonsen1006
    @levimonsen1006 3 роки тому +1

    That's awesome, I'm contemplating building my own now haha

  • @PFSdutch666
    @PFSdutch666 3 роки тому

    truly a piece of art.

  • @williamsmith8437
    @williamsmith8437 3 роки тому +2

    CAD- cardboard aided design! great work, I love your videos.

  • @smponezya
    @smponezya 3 роки тому

    Inspired.
    This is a great job, and you kind of made it look simple!
    Looking forward to emulating this on my 1999 Mitsubishi L200.
    Greetings from Tanzania.

  • @kevinc5917
    @kevinc5917 3 роки тому +1

    This is just pure awesomeness

  • @zacmurch7675
    @zacmurch7675 4 місяці тому

    super cool bumper. great video, you have inspired me to build my own rear bumper for my 2010 ford ranger.

  • @pigtrapper1329
    @pigtrapper1329 3 роки тому

    Good looking bumper man. I usually built tubing bumpers but will definitely build one like this soon for my 82.

  • @nicholasgranko8520
    @nicholasgranko8520 3 місяці тому

    I'm a novice welder. Enjoyed the video, good presentation and bumper design.

  • @alexapril656
    @alexapril656 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the templates bro
    Learning a lot on this channel

  • @wilsoncougar4267
    @wilsoncougar4267 3 роки тому

    Man you are good. I Bodyman tech for 40 year and I learn something from you. Thank you. Good Job.

  • @michaelconley8902
    @michaelconley8902 3 роки тому

    And all done without a brake table. Very nice 👍

  • @ichankomo8767
    @ichankomo8767 3 роки тому

    This guy speaks with high confidence and at the same time seem irritated with everyth around. I LIKE IT!!! 😡 SUBSCRIBED!!! 😡 I NEED AN IRON BUMPER TOO 💪. I've just lost my ARB to a cow. It will not happen again!☝️No no no

  • @wahajpatel6291
    @wahajpatel6291 3 роки тому +2

    Bro you’ve got some insane skills man, amazing video, definitely motivated me to not spend 1200$ for my 17 Silverado bumper but instead make one for myself .. very very helpful thanks so much for sharing

  • @bustr4063
    @bustr4063 2 роки тому

    Real nice providing a template thanks mate

  • @robertvezina3669
    @robertvezina3669 3 роки тому

    Excellent work! Love Your thought process, economy of steps and materials. This was extremely informative and entertaining. You have a bright future. Thank You for Sharing.

  • @redmunchkin
    @redmunchkin 3 роки тому +1

    You're a good fabricator. Respect!

  • @JakeyP92
    @JakeyP92 3 роки тому

    Well impressed! Awesome work Austin

  • @OldAndGettingOlder
    @OldAndGettingOlder 3 роки тому

    Your design looks great. I'd like to see covers over the bolt access you needed to make.

  • @bigospig
    @bigospig 3 роки тому +1

    Great job and WAY nicer than a tube bumper.

  • @charles-ih7zp
    @charles-ih7zp 3 роки тому

    Pretty awesome fabricating skills! Did it with all the shop tools most people have. Really good job and pretty smart at designing the bumper.

  • @jcl1201
    @jcl1201 3 роки тому +2

    Cardboard Added Design.. nice job 👍.. have a happy blessed new year

  • @justinmil1
    @justinmil1 3 роки тому

    FINALLY another person that has common sense. A lot of those small tube bumpers have less protection than the stock bumper from the factory.

  • @realaussiemale567
    @realaussiemale567 3 роки тому

    Has a military look to it, that works in well with the paint colour.

  • @pemghustlewomanlife6425
    @pemghustlewomanlife6425 3 роки тому

    I love this bumper.....
    Excellent job!
    HAPPY NEW YEAR to you and your family!

  • @michaelfraser757
    @michaelfraser757 2 роки тому

    Cheers, excellent mate ... I'm building my own bumper for my campervan ... Thanks

  • @frankjacoby9460
    @frankjacoby9460 Рік тому

    Impressive skills, and generous; I like this bumper for our 1998 Toyota 4Runner 👍

  • @kuniepatindol319
    @kuniepatindol319 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing your ideas. Iluvit

  • @microfarmers
    @microfarmers 2 місяці тому

    Amazing work! Enjoyed watching

  • @jamesacland1041
    @jamesacland1041 3 роки тому +2

    Just a suggestion: I would put some sort of protection in front of the grill and headlights. We do that in Australia cos if we hit some wildlife you won't damage the truck too badly. It might be enough for you to drive out of trouble. I've seen what a deer or buffalo can do to a truck over there. I hit a 6ft Roo in a Nissan Navara/Titan. Was able to drive for a ways to get till I got help.

  • @chiphill4856
    @chiphill4856 3 роки тому

    Nice use of mock up patterns!

  • @ZuluComander
    @ZuluComander 3 роки тому +1

    Super clean work as always! Except not really feeling the blinkers. Although I know from my 4runner bumper build there's really no good options there.

  • @turboslugfiero
    @turboslugfiero 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this video. Great fab skills with minimal tools.👍
    Makes me want to do the same for my 4x4!😉

  • @nickknowles6229
    @nickknowles6229 3 роки тому

    Love it!!! Looks so good !

  • @ilyasmuhammad3279
    @ilyasmuhammad3279 Рік тому

    Amazing so beautiful beautiful

  • @subaruwrx853
    @subaruwrx853 3 роки тому

    simple and looks really good.

  • @Alex-cq8js
    @Alex-cq8js 3 роки тому

    one word: Inspirational